FAQ — WePickle Pickleball

Question 1

What is WePickle?

Accepted Answer

WePickle offers comprehensive pickleball instruction and programming for individuals of all ages and skill levels. WePickle provides services in South Carolina, North Carolina, and Georgia. We provide personalized instruction, skill-building clinics, and organize pickleball tournaments. Our core mission is focused on fostering self-confidence in players and building strong, supportive communities.

Question 2

How does the afterschool programming process work?

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WePickle's afterschool pickleball program is designed to be fun, engaging, and educational for students of all skill levels. We provide all necessary equipment, including nets, paddles, and balls. Our trained instructors lead each session, focusing on teaching the fundamentals of pickleball while emphasizing teamwork, sportsmanship, and physical fitness. The program typically runs for 6–8 weeks and takes place at your school or designated recreation center.

Question 3

Where are your sessions held?

Accepted Answer

Our sessions are typically held at local schools, recreation centers, and community facilities. We work closely with each location to ensure the space is suitable for pickleball. We are flexible in using both outdoor and indoor spaces and can collaborate with the location to create temporary court space when needed.

Question 4

Is the program length customizable?

Accepted Answer

The programs are completely customizable! Ideally, we teach an 8-week program to properly cover skill development, understanding of the rules, scoring, and playing points and games. WePickle can develop a program to suit the needs of any school.

Question 5

Do you provide transportation for students?

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No. WePickle does not provide transportation for students.

Question 6

Who teaches the programs and where do you find your staff?

Accepted Answer

All of our classes are taught by experienced pickleball instructors selected for both their expertise in the sport and their passion for teaching. They are carefully vetted and undergo background checks in accordance with the requirements of the hosting location. We source our staff from local pickleball communities, certified instructor networks, and our own professional training programs.

Question 7

How many students are in a class and what is your instructor-to-student ratio?

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Class size depends on available space and the number of courts. The ideal student-to-instructor ratio is 12:1 or fewer to ensure individualized attention. For larger groups, we offer the option to run multiple sessions. With up to four nets, we can comfortably accommodate 20+ students per session.

Question 8

What happens if a class is canceled due to weather?

Accepted Answer

If possible, we will move indoors for that session. If space or class size prohibits moving, rain-outs will be made up at the end of the program or on another day in the week if the schedule allows.

Question 9

Is WePickle insured?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Certificate of Insurance available upon request.

Question 10

How do parents and schools communicate with WePickle staff?

Accepted Answer

WePickle provides all email and direct phone numbers for the staff at the time of sign up. If there are any questions or concerns, we will make ourselves available to discuss.

Question 11

What schools are you in today?

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South Carolina||Heritage Elementary; Sanders Clyde Elementary; Arthur Christopher Community Center; Mary Ford Early Learning and Family Center; Charles Pinckney Elementary; Porter-Gaud; First Baptist; and Ashley Hall.~~Atlanta area||Bolton Academy; Beecher Hills Elementary; Parkside Elementary; Bethune Elementary; Boyd Elementary; Fickett Elementary; Heritage Elementary; and Hutchinson Elementary.~~Charlotte, North Carolina||WePickle provided summer camp pickleball programming in 2026 to students at Ballantyne Elementary, Fort Mill Elementary, Concord Elementary, Lambeth Elementary, South Point Elementary, Mooresville Elementary, and Harris Elementary.~~Fulton County Schools||WePickle will provide afterschool pickleball enrichment programming to Fulton County students starting in January 2027.

Question 12

How do I get a new school signed up to work with WePickle?

Accepted Answer

Email us at wepicklebuis@gmail.com to learn more or get started. We would love to bring pickleball to your school!

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